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URGENT: In Ukraine, same-sex couples face unthinkable challe

Philip Matthew @philupton.bsky.social · 11d

Clean, affordable water belongs to all of us. I’ve told the new Environment Secretary to act on real evidence for public ownership and put people first. Join me:https://actionnetwork.org/letters/ask-emma-reynolds-to-base-water-policy-on-facts-not-water-industry-fake-maths?source=bluesky

Philip Matthew @philupton.bsky.social · 14d

It is almost a year now since the British government imposed any new sanctions to cut revenue, arms and equipment to the Burmese military. Tell the British government to start sanctioning the Burmese military again.https://action.burmacampaign.org.uk/new-sanctions-needed

Philip Matthew @philupton.bsky.social · 18d

URGENT: In Ukraine, same-sex couples face unthinkable challenges amidst war. Legislation is underway to recognise their rights, but we need YOUR help to apply pressure. SIGN the petition NOW. Help them have the rights they deserve! a.allout.org/s/v087x/

Legislation is underway to recognize their rights, but we need YOUR help to apply pressure. SIGN the petition NOW. Help them have the rights they deserve!

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Philip Matthew @philupton.bsky.social · 18d

The Guardian view on Labour targeting nature: the problem isn’t snails, but a broken housing model | Editorial

Editorial: Rachel Reeves’s drive to speed up development is beginning to treat wildlife and the environment as expendable. Voters want homes built, but not at any cost

UK Government: Keep your promise to protect workers

Philip Matthew @philupton.bsky.social · 19d

A new law could give millions of us better rights at work, but corporate lobbyists & politicians are trying to gut it. Tell the Government: protect workers, not profits!
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Zero hours contracts, unfair ‘fire and rehire’, waiting months or even years to be able to access benefits – the world of work in our country is weighted against actual workers. It’s billionaire bosse...

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Philip Matthew @philupton.bsky.social · 21d

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I have been criticised for being part of the Riyadh comedy festival. This is why I did it | Omid Djalili

The headlines focus on money, but the gigs were great and I think there are different ways to achieve progress. Art, especially comedy, can be part of that, says stand-up comedian, Omid Djalili.

Keep Hampstead women’s pond inclusive

Philip Matthew @philupton.bsky.social · 22d

A transphobic pressure group is trying to ban trans women from Hampstead women’s pond – we’re fighting back goodlawproject.org/s/4860b3

A transphobic pressure group is trying to ban trans women from Hampstead women’s pond – we’re fighting back

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Don’t crush our right to protest!

Philip Matthew @philupton.bsky.social · 25d

😡 The Government wants to ban repeated protests & jail those who defy them. Stand up for our democratic right to protest - sign the petition now! you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/do...

The right to protest is the heartbeat of democracy. It lets us speak out, challenge injustice, and hold those in power accountable. The Government’s plan would give police sweeping powers to ban repea...

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Sign the petition: Michelle Mone should be removed from the House of Lords

Philip Matthew @philupton.bsky.social · 29d

This is big: Michelle Mone is being forced to pay back £122m after supplying poor quality protective gear to our NHS during the pandemic. But she STILL hasn't been kick out of the House of Lords. Mone has to go. Agree? Sign the petition today: 38d.gs/lrpq

This is big: Michelle Mone is being forced to pay back £122m after supplying poor quality protective gear to our NHS during the pandemic. But she STILL hasn't been kick out of the House of Lords. Mone...

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Calls for New Inquiry Into Russian Interference After Reform’s Former Welsh Leader Pleads Guilty to Bribery

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Josiah Mortimer @josiah.writes.news · Oct 1

ICYMI: Anti-corruption campaigners and the Liberal Democrats are calling for fresh investigations into Russian interference in British politics, after Reform UK’s former leader in Wales admitted to taking bribes to make statements in favour of Russia. ✍🏼 @bylinetimes.bsky.social

As the Kremlin steps up its political interference efforts in the West, is it time for a new Russia Report?

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Andy Brown @andybrown1951.bsky.social · 29d

It can't be said too often. Collective punishment is wrong. Attacking innocent Jewish people because of Netanyahu's actions is wrong. Killing people in Gaza and the West Bank in order to steal their land is also wrong.
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Manchester synagogue: Four people injured in car and stabbing attack in Crumpsall

Mayor Andy Burnham says the suspect is believed to be dead. Keir Starmer says the attack happening on Yom Kippur - the holiest day in the Jewish calendar - makes it

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Philip Matthew @philupton.bsky.social · Sep 28

I stand with @DeclassifiedUK.org - I've just signed my name. Join me in telling Westminster that you care about freedom of the press.
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Defend Press Freedom

I stand with Declassified UK - I've just signed my name. Join me in telling Westminster that you care about freedom of the press.

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A Free Press, Not a Free Pass – It's Time for Fair Regulation

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · Sep 26

Keir Starmer says everyone in the UK will be required to have mandatory digital ID. That’s not the kind of country we want to be.

Liberal Democrats have always stood up to defend civil liberties against government overreach.

We will fight tooth and nail to oppose these plans too.

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Philip Matthew @philupton.bsky.social · Sep 24

Did you watch The Hack? I can't believe papers have gotten away with destroying lives for so long. That's why I've signed the petition, set up by Hugh Grant and other phone hacking victims, to demand fair, independent regulation. Join me: you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/a-...

For too long, the UK press have bullied people, harassed grieving families, and destroyed lives, all to sell papers. We’ve all seen the heartbreaking consequences. They’ve hacked phones, listened to ...

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Emergency: African LGBT+ Communities In Crisis

Philip Matthew @philupton.bsky.social · Sep 23

Clean, affordable water belongs to all of us. I’ve told the new Environment Secretary to act on real evidence for public ownership and put people first. Join me:https://actionnetwork.org/letters/ask-emma-reynolds-to-base-water-policy-on-facts-not-water-industry-fake-maths?source=bluesky&

Philip Matthew @philupton.bsky.social · Sep 23

Donate now to keep lifesaving services running and help LGBT+ people in places like Ghana, Kenya, and Uganda survive this double threat to their lives and safety. a.allout.org/s/WNBol/

Donate now to keep lifesaving services running and help LGBT+ people in places like Ghana, Kenya, and Uganda survive this double threat to their lives and safety.

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Philip Matthew @philupton.bsky.social · Sep 19

Ben Jennings on Keir Starmer’s negotiations with Donald Trump – cartoon

The US president says one of his ‘few disagreements’ with Starmer is over Palestinian state recognition, which the UK backs

Stop Hungary’s Pride Ban – Defend LGBT+ Rights Now

Philip Matthew @philupton.bsky.social · Sep 18

I signed Budapest's petition with All Out that could really change things for LGBT+ people. Add your name and join me in the fight for LGBT+ rights! a.allout.org/s/P29lG/

Hungary has banned Pride marches, threatening LGBT+ rights and the freedom to protest. Sign the petition now to urge the EU to act before it’s too late. Every voice matters – help defend human rights across Europe!

Brief letters: Revelations on former PM | Palestine protest | Useful allotments | Sainsbury’s staff | Autumn is here

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The Guardian @theguardian.com · Sep 9

Boris Johnson’s integrity nowhere to be found in leaked files | Brief letters

The BBC is our national broadcaster, people expect and deserve balanced news coverage.

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Philip Matthew @philupton.bsky.social · Sep 9

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Balance the BBC

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